"Philippians 1" Tagged Sermons
A Multi-Ethnic, Kingdom-Oriented Community
The church as a multi-ethnic, Kingdom-oriented community is central to the gospel of Jesus Christ. What does it mean to move beyond the frameworks of divisive thinking, and rather to call us into a deeper grasp of Jesus’ prayer for unity and call to love? Key Passages: Ephesians 2:11-22; Revelation 7:9-10; Philippians 1:27, 3:20; Jeremiah 29:4-7 SERMON OUTLINE “In Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith… There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor…
Joy that Gives
This week focuses on God’s people as the community of joy under Christ, the ultimate bringer of joy as Messiah. Key text: Philippians 1:27-2:11 Sermon Outline “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 2:5) Our New Citizenship: The Joyful City (1:27-30) Citizens of a new kingdom Living that citizenship Our New Mindset: Joyful Service (2:1-4) True joy in the God who gives True joy in serving one another Our New Example: Jesus the…
The Joy of Faith
An introduction to the book of Philippians, the letter and its themes, the situation of the Apostle Paul, and the situation of the Philippian believers. Key Passage: Philippians 1:1-26. Sermon Outline “And I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith.” (Philippians 1:25) The Setting (vss 1-2) Paul’s situation The Philippian church Joy in ___________________________ (vss 3-11) Gratitude overflowing into joyful prayer Centered in the Gospel partnership Intercession aimed at love and glory Joy…